2026 Graduate Social Value Sustainability

Overview

Job Title: Graduate Social Value Advisor

This role does not provide sponsorship

We\’re looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

As part of the Sustainability function, you will be working closely alongside and shadowing a more experienced Social Value Advisor, supporting with social value delivery, data collection, reporting, and social value evaluation.

Whilst under supervision, the role will include working within project teams, engaging, and communicating across functions to ensure that the Laing O\\\’Rourke Social Value strategy is embedded across all our projects.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities

• Delivery of social value objectives, including work experience placements and education/ community activities
• Identify suitable partners to be able to deliver the above objectives
• Report to line manager on the delivery of outputs you are responsible for, raising to manager any risks, issues in delivery
• Support the development of a delivery plan for social value commitments on each project
• Contribute to team meetings, offering solutions and sharing best practice
• Collaborate with key external partners to ensure we meet all our social value objectives
• Collaborate with other functions within Laing O\\\’Rourke to deliver social value activities

Location

As a project-led business, the location of our work can vary depending on project needs. This role may require you to be prepared to work away from home at project sites across the UK.

Preferred Degree Subjects

International Development, sustainability, social economic, community regeneration, Human and social geography, Politics

Professional Accreditation

Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (ICRS) or similar

The Laing O\\\’Rourke Graduate Development Programme – what can you expect?

Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority.

Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK.

Our Application Process

We are committed to providing a clear and supportive recruitment journey. Here is what you can expect when applying for one of our graduate opportunities:

• CV Submission
  Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.
• Online Assessment
  You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.
• Video Interview
  At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.
• Assessment Centre
  Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first-hand.
• Outcome
  We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.

Entry requirements

We are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:

• Studying or have obtained a degree in the following subjects: International Development, sustainability, social economic, community regeneration, Human and social geography, Politics
• Studying a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation
• Your degree classification should be 2:2 or higher
• Entry degrees will be listed within each of our graduate vacancies and differ from role to role
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Flexibility as you may be required to work away
• Eligible to work in the UK

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Graduate Development Programme will commence in September 2026.